Site Maintenance Supervisor

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Site Maintenance Supervisor to lead the day-to-day maintenance operations within our specialist animal facilities. This is a critical role ensuring all site services, equipment, and systems operate efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and animal welfare.

You will play a key role in embedding a “safety first” culture, managing contractors, and ensuring all maintenance programmes meet regulatory and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate site maintenance activities and services
• Ensure all equipment and systems are maintained in optimal working condition
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and daily/weekly checks
• Oversee heating, ventilation, generator testing, and filter change programmes
• Maintain fault logs and organise timely repairs
• Source quotations for repairs and equipment replacement
• Manage external contractors to ensure high service standards
• Promote and enforce Health & Safety best practices across the site
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards including ASPA, AAALAC, and ISO 9001:2015

Essential Requirements

• Basic electrical and mechanical maintenance experience
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Good numeracy, literacy, and attention to detail
• IT proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook; database systems desirable)
• Full UK driving licence
• Understanding of regulated environments and compliance standards
• Forklift licence (or willingness to obtain)

This is an opportunity to take on a leadership role in a highly regulated and purpose-driven environment where your work directly supports operational excellence and animal welfare standards.